The Impacts of Climate Change on Food Security in Tanzania: A case Study of Kilosa District

Abstract

In Tanzania climate change is manifested through the increase in atmospheric temperature and uneven distribution of rainfall to most of the areas in the country. Farmers have reported the declining crop yields due to unpredictable climatic conditions. The main objective of the study was to investigate on the impact of climate change on food security. The specific objectives were to examine the agricultural practices that are carried out in Kilosa District and the activities that have been affected due to effects of climate change.. The study was carried out in Lunezi and Lumbiji villages whereby 120 respondents were selected for the study using simple random and purposively sampling. The finding of the study revealed that climate change has resulted in unpredictable rain, drought and floods, which have affected crop production. The study recommends on the use of improved seed varieties and irrigation farming, sensitization on environmental conservation and establishment of tree planting programs. The study concludes that the change in climate through human induced activities has affected accessibility and utilization of food resulting to food insecurity.